Columbus police and animal care workers responded Monday to a house where they rescued malnourished cats and dogs that were living in squalor. When officers arrived at the house located in the 3500 block of 17th Avenue — littered with overgrown weeds and trash-filled garbage cans in the yard and on the porch — they […]
What does a political campaign, John Belushi & ‘Animal House’ have in common? Party animals
I’ve been called a conservative. I’ve been called a liberal. When I was 19, after being elected to the Western Placer Unified School District board, I was told I had no business being a trustee because I had no kids in school. I was told by a Mormon that I was “more Mormon” based on […]
South Dakota House passes bill that would make the animal sedative xylazine a controlled substance
The South Dakota House has passed a bill that would make xylazine a controlled substance January 17, 2024, 6:31 PM ET • 2 min read PIERRE, S.D. — The South Dakota House passed a bill Wednesday that would make xylazine, an animal sedative that is being mixed with fentanyl and then used by some people, […]
State police remove 58 animals from Butler County house during animal neglect search warrant
Pennsylvania State Police removed 58 animals from a house in Butler County last week. According to state police, troopers served a search warrant in relation to an animal neglect case at a house in Eau Claire Borough on Dec. 21. State police found 58 animals in the house, including dogs, cats, snakes, fats, a ferret, […]
Brazen attacks on Endangered Species Act emerge in U.S. House funding bill
By Sara Amundson and Kitty Block Just a few weeks short of the 50th anniversary of the Endangered Species Act’s passage, opponents in the U.S. Congress have pushed through a series of hostile amendments to undermine the landmark law during the House appropriations funding process. That’s the grim reality of the contemporary political landscape for […]
Decorating The House | My Shetland
Both girls are home now having successfully avoided the Christmas strikes so we decorated the house ready for Christmas Day. And, again, due to forces beyond our control….. *** cough *** the dogs …… … we are not having our full sized (5′), or what-my-mother-always-called, The Hong Kong spruce! We have to settle for some […]
As the House votes to stop soring of horses, it’s PAST time
By Sara Amundson and Kitty Block On the House floor Monday night, the House of Representatives voted 304 to 111 to pass the Prevent All Soring Tactics (PAST) Act into law. With just a few weeks remaining in the 117th Congress, getting a vote in the Senate will take some effort. But with this resounding […]
Police investigating animal abuse after 38 cats rescued from house fire
COMMERCE TOWNSHIP, MI – Police are investigating possible animal abuse and neglect after 38 cats were rescued from a house fire last week in Commerce Township. The cats were found to be living in “concerning conditions” unrelated to the fire, officials said in a news release. Oakland County Animal Control Division is conducting the investigation […]
Gibson County Animal Services host open house
GIBSON COUNTY, Ind. (WEHT) – The Gibson County Animal Services would like to invite you to their annual open house and vendor fair. The event will take place on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be music, and door prizes. Free chili, sweets and hotdogs will be available as well. $50 fee […]
How To Keep Your House Clean with Dogs: A Step-By-Step Guide
As a dog owner, keeping a clean house can be very challenging. With a few well-planned steps and preventive measures, you can achieve it. But first, it is important to understand the kind of mess our furry friends make at home: What Kind of Mess Can a dog make inside the House? ● Hair The […]